Modern Architecture | Tim Trautmann

Through a natural veil of summer foliage, figures sit absorbed in their device on the sleek concrete steps of Apple's Pioneer Place store in downtown Portland. The scene captures the juxtaposition between organic nature and digital technology, as verdant maple leaves frame the modern glass-and-steel architecture. Warm afternoon light filters through the canopy, creating dappled shadows that soften the stark minimalism of the retail space's interior, where blonde wood tables and contemporary seating await customers. — ISO 640 · 55mm · f/6.4 · 1/125

Device Love at the Apple Store

A couple enjoys a quiet moment with their devices outside Apple's Pioneer Place location in Portland, framed by the lush urban canopy of downtown's tree-lined streets.

A sleek silver gondola car of the Portland Aerial Tram floats gracefully through autumn air, its reflective surface catching the soft overcast light above the South Waterfront district. The panoramic view reveals Portland's modern high-rise towers nestled between the Willamette River and rolling hills, while bare-branched trees in the foreground signal late fall's arrival. The composition captures both the engineering marvel of the tram system and the urban landscape it serves, connecting OHSU's Marquam Hill campus to the bustling waterfront below. — ISO 160 · 27mm · f/5.6 · 1/340

Portland Aerial Tram Glides Over South Waterfront

Portland, Oregon

The Portland Aerial Tram approaches its upper terminal at Oregon Health & Science University, offering passengers sweeping views of the city's South Waterfront district and the Willamette River beyond.

A white TriMet MAX Type 1 light rail train emerges from the verdant canopy of mature street trees lining Southwest Yamhill Street in Portland's historic downtown district. The dappled afternoon light filters through the leafy branches, casting gentle shadows across the brick-paved transit mall where pedestrians move leisurely along the tree-shaded sidewalks. Modern glass towers rise beyond the green corridor, creating a striking juxtaposition between Portland's urban growth and its commitment to preserving natural streetscape character. The scene captures the harmonious integration of public transportation within the city's thoughtfully designed pedestrian-friendly downtown core. — ISO 125 · 90mm · f/5.6 · 1/240

MAX Light Rail Glides Through Tree-Lined Yamhill

Portland, Oregon

A TriMet MAX Type 1 light rail train travels down the tree-canopied Southwest Yamhill Street in Portland's downtown historic district.

Against the backdrop of Portland's Mississippi Avenue's characteristic modern architecture, a woman in a patterned dress demonstrates remarkable upper body strength during the Hang Challenge at the annual street fair. The bright afternoon sun creates a dramatic starburst effect as it backlights the scene, while dozens of festival-goers gather around the metal hanging apparatus, their attention focused on the athletic feat. The urban setting, complete with brick and contemporary buildings, frames this moment of community celebration and physical prowess in North Portland's vibrant cultural district. — ISO 200 · 8mm · f/5.6 · 1/250

Hang Challenge at Mississippi Street Fair

Portland, Oregon

A participant showcases her strength at the Hang Challenge during Portland's Mississippi Street Fair, drawing crowds of impressed onlookers.

Downtown Portland's gleaming towers emerge through a verdant foreground of mature trees and ornamental plantings, captured from an elevated vantage point in the Lloyd District. The city's architectural crown jewels, including prominent high-rises, catch the warm afternoon light against a crystalline blue sky, while forested hills roll beyond the urban core. A blue metal railing frames the intimate garden viewpoint, creating layered depth between the lush immediate landscape and the distant metropolitan silhouette. — ISO 160 · 23mm · f/1.4 · 1/6000

Portland Skyline Through Autumn Canopy

Portland, Oregon

Downtown Portland's skyline rises beyond a canopy of trees as viewed from the Lloyd District across the Willamette River.

Small Town Post Office Under Overcast Sky

Moro, Oregon

The United States Post Office serves the rural community of Moro, Oregon, beneath a clouded Pacific Northwest sky.

A sea of red-clad healthcare workers fills the sidewalk outside Kaiser Permanente's modernist headquarters at 500 Northeast Multnomah Street in Portland's Lloyd District. The crowd of striking nurses creates a powerful visual contrast against the building's sleek glass facade and concrete columns, their unified presence illuminated by the warm glow spilling from the medical center's ground-floor windows in the gathering dusk. Signs demanding "CAN YOU HEAR US NOW?" punctuate the peaceful but determined assembly, while the institutional architecture looms overhead, emphasizing the David-versus-Goliath nature of the labor dispute. — ISO 4000 · 23mm · f/5.6 · 1/80

Nurses Rally Outside Kaiser Permanente Tower

Portland, Oregon

Kaiser Permanente nurses gather for a strike demonstration outside the healthcare giant's Portland headquarters in Oregon's Lloyd District.

A dense crowd of healthcare workers, predominantly wearing red Kaiser Permanente scrubs and winter jackets, gathers in solidarity outside the Kaiser Permanente Tower at 500 Northeast Multnomah Street in Portland's Lloyd District. The sea of crimson creates a powerful visual statement against the modern glass and steel facade of the medical facility, while protest signs punctuate the crowd and evening light casts a determined atmosphere over the assembled nurses. Face masks worn by many participants underscore the contemporary healthcare context of their labor action. — ISO 4000 · 23mm · f/5.6 · 1/80

Healthcare Workers Rally Outside Kaiser Permanente Portland

Portland, Oregon

Healthcare workers in red uniforms mass outside Kaiser Permanente's Portland headquarters during a nurses' strike, creating a striking visual of organized labor solidarity.

A sea of striking nurses in crimson scrubs and union red congregates at the base of Portland's imposing Kaiser Permanente Tower, their collective presence creating a powerful visual contrast against the building's stark modernist facade. The late afternoon light casts a cool blue wash over the scene while autumn trees frame the corporate monolith, their golden leaves echoing the warmth of the protesters' resolve. Signs and banners punctuate the crowd as healthcare workers mass in organized defiance, transforming the sterile corporate plaza into a stage for labor activism. — ISO 4000 · 23mm · f/5.6 · 1/125

Red Wave Rises Against Kaiser Tower

Portland, Oregon

Kaiser Permanente nurses gather in force outside the company's Portland headquarters tower, preparing for strike action in the Lloyd District.

Robert Indiana's iconic LOVE sculpture stands prominently in white lettering against the urban landscape of Manhattan's High Line elevated park. The weathered Cor-Ten steel letters spelling "HOPE" emerge from wild grasses in the background, creating a poetic dialogue between hope and love. Dappled sunlight filters through the scene, illuminating the sculptural forms while the geometric windows of surrounding buildings provide an architectural backdrop. The natural plantings of the linear park soften the industrial heritage of this transformed railway corridor. — ISO 250 · 110mm · f/3.2 · 1/4000

Love Sculpture Along Manhattan's High Line Park

New York, New York

Robert Indiana's LOVE and HOPE sculptures create an emotional landscape along Manhattan's High Line park, where art and urban nature converge on the historic elevated railway.

Dramatic linear LED lights pierce through the darkness of a modern transit station, creating a mesmerizing starburst pattern that radiates from a central vanishing point. Commuters move through this stark architectural space where gleaming steel elevator banks contrast against the deep shadows, their silhouettes dwarfed by the monumental scale of the underground concourse. The geometric precision of the lighting installation transforms utilitarian infrastructure into a cathedral of contemporary urban design, casting sharp white beams that slice through the cavernous darkness. — ISO 200 · 23mm · f/2 · 1/125

Radiant Convergence in Greenpoint Transit Hub

New York, New York

Passengers navigate beneath a striking ceiling installation of radiating LED strips in a Greenpoint transit station, where industrial architecture meets contemporary light design.

A silhouetted cyclist glides through the dappled shadows of Kent Avenue as late afternoon sun blazes between towering glass residential buildings along Brooklyn's East River waterfront. The dramatic backlighting creates sharp geometric patterns on the pavement while the gleaming facades of modern high-rises reflect the golden hour radiance. Pedestrians stroll leisurely in the background, framed by manicured landscaping and the distant Manhattan skyline across the water. — ISO 200 · 23mm · f/11 · 1/125

Golden Hour Cyclist on Williamsburg Waterfront

New York, New York

A cyclist navigates the sun-drenched waterfront promenade along Kent Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, as golden hour light transforms the urban landscape.

A contemplative woman in a wide-brimmed hat pauses at the edge of Madison Square Park's bustling outdoor dining area, her shadow stretching across sun-warmed concrete. The Empire State Building rises majestically in the background, its Art Deco spire piercing overcast skies, while the historic Porcelanosa building and contemporary high-rises create Manhattan's signature architectural layering. The scene captures the gentle rhythm of urban life, where nature and commerce intersect in temporary harmony beneath market umbrellas and flowering planters. — ISO 200 · 23mm · f/13 · 1/125

Midday Reverie in Flatiron's Urban Oasis

New York, New York

A moment of urban contemplation unfolds in the Flatiron District's Madison Square Park, where the Empire State Building towers over afternoon diners and a solitary figure in thoughtful pause.

The iconic Manhattan skyline rises majestically from the East River, captured from Brooklyn's Greenpoint neighborhood on a crystalline afternoon. The United Nations Headquarters' distinctive rectangular form anchors the composition alongside gleaming residential towers, their glass facades catching the clear light against an azure sky. Gentle ripples disturb the river's surface in the foreground, while wispy clouds drift across the expansive urban panorama. The interplay of modernist architecture and classical skyscraper forms creates a compelling study of New York's evolving vertical landscape. — ISO 125 · 250mm · f/8 · 1/350

Manhattan Skyline from Greenpoint Waters

New York, New York

Manhattan's Midtown East skyline viewed across the East River from Greenpoint, Brooklyn, showcasing the United Nations building and contemporary residential towers under pristine afternoon light.

The iconic Manhattan skyline rises majestically across the East River, viewed from the industrial waterfront of Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Wispy white clouds drift across an azure afternoon sky, creating a serene backdrop for the dense cluster of skyscrapers including the distinctive Empire State Building. The foreground features weathered wooden pier pilings emerging from the dark river waters, adding rustic texture to this classic New York vista. The composition captures the dramatic contrast between Brooklyn's quieter shores and Manhattan's towering urban density. — ISO 100 · 32mm · f/8 · 1/200

Manhattan Skyline from Greenpoint Waters

New York, New York

Manhattan's towering skyline dominates the horizon as seen from the Greenpoint waterfront in Brooklyn, New York.

A working tugboat designated T-802 basks in the amber light of golden hour at Seattle's Pier 70, its white hull and wheelhouse glowing warmly against Elliott Bay's dark waters. The vessel's utilitarian design and illuminated cabin windows suggest the quiet end of a working day, while the soft-focused skyline of downtown Seattle rises majestically in the background. The modern waterfront development creates a striking architectural contrast to the honest functionality of the maritime workboat, capturing the intersection of Seattle's industrial heritage and urban evolution. — ISO 250 · 59mm · f/7.1 · 1/60

Golden Hour Tug at Seattle's Pier 70

Seattle, Washington

A tugboat catches the last light of day at Pier 70 along Seattle's Elliott Bay Trail, with the city's gleaming skyline providing a luminous backdrop.

A perfectly still reflecting pool mirrors the iconic red brick architecture of the University of Washington campus under an overcast Pacific Northwest sky. The scene captures both historic collegiate Gothic buildings on the left and the modern angular forms of newer academic structures on the right, their warm terracotta facades creating a harmonious architectural dialogue. Towering evergreens frame the composition while scattered students traverse the distant pathways, adding human scale to this serene academic sanctuary. The glassy water surface doubles the visual impact, creating a symmetrical dreamscape where sky and earth converge. — ISO 160 · 8mm · f/5.6 · 1/240

Drumheller Fountain Reflects University of Washington Campus

Seattle, Washington

Drumheller Fountain creates a mirror-perfect reflection of the University of Washington's distinctive red brick campus architecture in Seattle's University District.

A silhouetted passenger gazes through an airport window at the iconic white control tower of John F. Kennedy International Airport, its distinctive cylindrical form crowned with a glass-enclosed observation deck. The scene captures the liminal moment of air travel, framed by the aircraft's interior in deep shadow against the tower's stark modernist architecture. Soft, diffused light creates an atmospheric haze around the control tower, while gate 22 is visible at its base, anchoring this quintessential airport tableau in Queens. — ISO 1250 · 90mm · f/5.6 · 1/125

Passenger's View of JFK Control Tower

New York, New York

A passenger observes JFK Airport's control tower through an airport window while waiting at the gate.

A monumental concrete staircase ascends through raw architectural space, its board-formed surfaces bearing the ghostly imprints of wooden planks. Steel handrails trace geometric lines against weathered concrete walls, while muted natural light filters through the brutalist interior. The composition emphasizes the interplay between rough-hewn materiality and precise modern engineering, creating a cathedral-like atmosphere within this Chelsea arts district building. — ISO 800 · 23mm · f/1.4 · 1/125

Concrete Modernism in Chelsea Gallery District

New York, New York

Board-formed concrete stairs and steel railings define a modernist interior space in Manhattan's Chelsea gallery district.

A dramatic upward perspective captures the sweeping curves of a contemporary residential tower on West 19th Street in Chelsea, its undulating glass facade creating a rhythmic pattern against overcast skies. The building's distinctive rounded corner anchors the intersection, while pedestrians and a cyclist navigate the crosswalk below, their small figures emphasizing the structure's imposing scale. Soft, diffused daylight illuminates the blue-tinted glass panels and gray stone framework, creating subtle reflections that dance across the building's sinuous surface. — ISO 160 · 23mm · f/5.6 · 1/280

Chelsea's Curved Glass Tower Meets Street Life

New York, New York

Contemporary residential architecture dominates the Chelsea streetscape as pedestrians cross West 19th Street beneath the curved glass facade of a modern high-rise.

Ancient oaks and maples create a verdant tunnel along Central Park's East Drive, their summer foliage forming a natural frame for Manhattan's gleaming skyscrapers beyond. The dappled afternoon light filters through the dense canopy, casting gentle shadows across the park road where cyclists and pedestrians move leisurely through this green sanctuary. The composition juxtaposes the organic curves of century-old trees against the geometric precision of luxury high-rises, embodying the harmonious coexistence of nature and urbanity that defines Central Park's eastern border. — ISO 160 · 18mm · f/5.6 · 1/180

Urban Canopy Frames Manhattan's Glass Giants

New York, New York

Towering trees along Central Park's East Drive frame Manhattan's luxury residential towers, creating a striking contrast between the park's natural canopy and the city's vertical landscape.

A sea of bicycles clusters at the intersection of West 57th Street and Seventh Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, where riders pause amid the urban choreography of yellow traffic lights and pre-war architecture. The warm afternoon light bathes the weathered brownstone facades and Carnegie Diner's red umbrellas, while modern vehicles blur past in the foreground. This moment captures the tension between old and new New York, where cycling culture claims its space among the towering monuments to commerce and history. — ISO 250 · 23mm · f/5.6 · 1/125

Urban Convergence: Cyclists Gather on Seventh Avenue

New York, New York

Cyclists congregate at the busy intersection of West 57th Street and Seventh Avenue in Manhattan, creating a striking contrast against the historic architecture and modern traffic flow.

Monumental bronze figures frozen in exuberant laughter populate a sun-drenched plaza in Vancouver's Davie Village, their polished surfaces gleaming against the geometric backdrop of modern residential towers. The sculptural installation captures pure joy in metal, with each larger-than-life figure caught mid-guffaw, heads thrown back in uninhibited mirth. Visitors weave between the sculptures under brilliant blue skies, dwarfed by these towering embodiments of human emotion cast in perpetuity. — ISO 160 · 18mm · f/1.8 · 1/10500

Bronze Laughter Echoes Through Vancouver's West End

Vancouver, British Columbia

Yue Minjun's 'A-maze-ing Laughter' sculpture installation draws visitors to English Bay Beach in Vancouver's West End, where fourteen bronze figures celebrate eternal joy against the urban skyline.

The dense urban fabric of Vancouver's Yaletown and downtown core stretches toward the horizon under a dramatic overcast sky, where pewter clouds create moody illumination across the glass and concrete towers. Modern residential high-rises with distinctive architectural elements—including a prominent twisted tower and geometric facades—punctuate the cityscape, while older brick buildings in the foreground provide textural contrast. The late afternoon light filters through the cloud cover, casting the scene in cool blues and muted tones that emphasize the metropolitan density of this Pacific Northwest metropolis. — ISO 160 · 18mm · f/5.6 · 1/1000

Vancouver's Yaletown Skyline Under Brooding Clouds

2022

Modern residential towers define Vancouver's evolving skyline as storm clouds gather over the downtown core and Yaletown district.

A sweeping aerial view of Vancouver's dense downtown core captured beneath a dramatic canopy of pewter clouds. The urban landscape unfolds in layers of architectural diversity, from gleaming glass towers to weathered brick facades, creating a complex metropolitan mosaic. Muted daylight filters through the overcast sky, casting the city in subdued tones that emphasize the geometric interplay between old and new structures. The composition reveals the organic density of urban development, where residential high-rises, commercial buildings, and street-level establishments converge in Vancouver's characteristic west coast urbanism. — ISO 160 · 18mm · f/5.6 · 1/1000

Vancouver's Urban Tapestry Under Brooding Skies

2022

Downtown Vancouver's architectural diversity creates a striking urban panorama beneath overcast Pacific Northwest skies.

A delivery cyclist in a vibrant orange jacket glides past tiered concrete steps where young people gather in casual clusters beneath spring's awakening foliage. The scene unfolds against Vancouver's distinctive downtown skyline, with glass towers rising behind a hillside garden showing the tender greens and burgundy blossoms of the Pacific Northwest's seasonal transition. Soft overcast light bathes the urban plaza, creating an intimate tableau of city life in motion. — ISO 160 · 18mm · f/5.6 · 1/680

Urban Rhythms Along Vancouver's Stepped Plaza

2022

A food delivery cyclist passes locals relaxing on concrete steps in downtown Vancouver, where urban architecture meets emerging spring greenery.

A delicate ribbon of pink cherry blossoms creates a stunning foreground along the Willamette River waterfront, contrasting beautifully with Portland's downtown skyline. The iconic "Portland Oregon" neon sign glows against the modern glass towers and historic buildings, while overcast skies cast a soft, diffused light across the scene. A small boat navigates the calm waters as crowds gather beneath the blooming trees at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, capturing the essence of spring in the Pacific Northwest. — ISO 125 · 90mm · f/5.6 · 1/550

Cherry Blossoms Frame Portland's Urban Skyline

Portland, Oregon

Cherry blossoms bloom along Portland's Tom McCall waterfront as visitors gather to witness the annual spring spectacle against the city's distinctive skyline.

A cascade of pale pink cherry blossoms creates an ethereal foreground along the Willamette River, framing Portland's gleaming downtown towers in soft spring light. The iconic glass facades of the city's skyscrapers reflect the overcast Pacific Northwest sky, while visitors stroll beneath the blooming canopy at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. The juxtaposition of delicate seasonal beauty against the stark geometry of modern architecture captures the essence of Portland's urban-nature harmony. — ISO 125 · 90mm · f/5.6 · 1/420

Cherry Blossoms Frame Portland's Urban Skyline

Portland, Oregon

Cherry blossoms bloom along the Willamette River waterfront, creating a delicate pink curtain before Portland's towering downtown skyline.

A blanket of pink cherry blossoms creates a delicate foreground ribbon along the Willamette River's eastern shore, contrasting beautifully with Portland's geometric downtown skyline. The soft, overcast sky diffuses natural light across the water's surface, while the distant Steel Bridge anchors the left side of the composition. Glass towers and mid-rise buildings rise from the blooming waterfront, capturing the harmonious blend of urban architecture and seasonal natural beauty that defines Portland in spring. — ISO 125 · 23mm · f/5.6 · 1/1100

Spring Cherry Blossoms Frame Portland's Skyline

Portland, Oregon

Cherry blossoms line Tom McCall Waterfront Park along the Willamette River, framing Portland's downtown skyline in a quintessential Pacific Northwest spring scene.

A delicate ribbon of pink cherry blossoms creates a soft foreground along the Willamette River waterfront, contrasting beautifully with Portland's modern downtown skyline. The overcast spring sky casts gentle, diffused light across the scene, while the city's distinctive towers—including the prominent brick-colored high-rise—rise majestically against rolling forested hills. The composition perfectly captures the harmonious blend of urban architecture and natural beauty that defines Portland during cherry blossom season. — ISO 125 · 33mm · f/5.6 · 1/2200

Cherry Blossoms Frame Portland's Urban Skyline

Portland, Oregon

Cherry blossoms bloom along Tom McCall Waterfront Park, creating a picturesque frame for Portland's downtown skyline across the Willamette River.

Delicate pink cherry blossoms create a romantic foreground along the Willamette River waterfront, contrasting beautifully with Portland's modern downtown skyline. The iconic pink tower rises majestically above the historic brick buildings and contemporary glass structures, while visitors stroll beneath the blooming canopy at Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Soft, diffused light filters through the overcast sky, creating a dreamy atmosphere that captures the ephemeral beauty of spring in the Pacific Northwest. — ISO 125 · 33mm · f/5.6 · 1/1300

Cherry Blossoms Frame Portland's Urban Skyline

Portland, Oregon

Cherry blossoms bloom along the Willamette River at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, framing Portland's distinctive downtown skyline including the prominent pink tower.

Modern Portland Restaurant Interior with Neon Lighting

Portland, Oregon

The stylish interior of Hopscotch restaurant in Portland's Central Eastside district showcases modern design with vibrant neon lighting and industrial concrete elements.

View through red curtains into a contemporary restaurant dining room featuring vertical neon light strips in rainbow colors along wood-paneled walls, with diners seated at tables and palm plants as decor. The polished floor reflects the vibrant lighting creating a modern, upscale atmosphere. — ISO 640 · 49mm · f/8 · 1/5

Modern Restaurant Interior with Colorful Neon Lighting

Portland, Oregon

Guests dine in the contemporary interior of Hopscotch restaurant in Portland's Central Eastside district, where colorful vertical neon lighting creates an artistic ambiance against natural wood walls.

A dramatic interior hallway featuring industrial brick walls, neon tube lighting in red and blue colors, reflective floors, and a large blue digital screen at the end of the corridor. The space has a cyberpunk aesthetic with modern architectural elements and atmospheric lighting. — ISO 640 · 32mm · f/8 · 1/4

Futuristic Corridor with Neon Lighting in Portland

Portland, Oregon

The futuristic interior of Hopscotch entertainment venue in Portland's Central Eastside district showcases dramatic neon lighting and industrial design elements.

A contemporary museum gallery space in Portland featuring dramatic blue neon lighting strips along the ceiling and walls, with exhibition displays visible in the background and a striking red accent light on the right side. The polished concrete floor reflects the atmospheric lighting, creating a futuristic ambiance. — ISO 640 · 32mm · f/8 · 1/4

Modern Museum Interior with Blue Neon Lighting

Portland, Oregon

The atmospheric interior of a contemporary art space in Portland's Central Eastside district showcases modern exhibition design with dramatic blue neon lighting and multimedia displays.

Futuristic Neon-Lit Corridor in Portland Entertainment Venue

Portland, Oregon

The futuristic neon-illuminated corridor at Hopscotch entertainment venue in Portland's Central Eastside district showcases modern industrial design with dramatic blue and purple lighting.

A dramatic interior space featuring blue LED lighting, exposed ceiling infrastructure, reflective floors, and modern architectural elements with silhouetted figures in the background. The space showcases contemporary design with neon accent lighting and industrial materials. — ISO 640 · 32mm · f/8 · 1/4

Futuristic Blue-Lit Interior Hallway with Modern Design

Portland, Oregon

The modern interior of Hopscotch venue in Portland's Central Eastside district features dramatic blue lighting and contemporary architectural design elements.

A Southwest Airlines aircraft takes off against a dramatic sunset sky above the Portland International Airport terminal and control tower, with forested hills and mountains visible in the background and calm water in the foreground. — ISO 125 · 250mm · f/4 · 1/550

Southwest Airlines Departure from Portland International Airport

Vancouver, Washington

A Southwest Airlines flight departs Portland International Airport during golden hour, showcasing the airport's modern terminal complex against the scenic Pacific Northwest landscape.

Empty Highway Leading to Portland Oregon Skyline

Portland, Oregon

An empty highway winds through verdant hills toward Portland's downtown skyline, showcasing the Pacific Northwest's blend of urban and natural environments.

Brutalist Architecture at Portland State University Campus

Portland, Oregon

The distinctive Brutalist concrete architecture of Portland State University creates bold geometric patterns against the downtown Portland skyline.

Natalie Fernbaugh

Portland, Oregon

Natalie Fernbaugh at People's Food Co-op on Southeast 21st Avenue in Portland's Ladd's Addition neighborhood.

A man cross-country skis down a snow-covered residential street in Portland's Alberta Arts District during a winter snowstorm. He wears an orange jacket, black ski pants, a mustard yellow beanie, and mirrored sunglasses, smiling as he glides past parked cars. A second skier in a red jacket is visible further down the street in the background, along with modern homes, utility poles, and lightly falling snow. — ISO 125 · 50mm · f/3.5 · 1/100

Snow Day on Alberta Street

Portland, Oregon

Cross-country skiers make the most of a rare snowstorm on a street in Portland's Alberta Arts District.

Miniature City

Portland, Oregon

A tilt-shift view of a curving overpass ramp in South Portland, with the downtown skyline in the distance.

A tilt-shift photograph of Portland's South Waterfront district, giving the scene a miniature toy-like appearance. A TriMet MAX light rail train in blue and yellow livery runs along the street-level tracks in front of the OHSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building, a large modern structure clad in grey panels and green glass. A green-wrapped advertising train and a purple bus are visible at the adjacent transit stop. An elevated freeway interchange curves through the background, with the blurred Portland downtown skyline and autumn foliage visible in the distance under a clear blue sky. — ISO 160 · 38mm · f/8 · 1/350

South Waterfront in Miniature

Portland, Oregon

A tilt-shift view of TriMet MAX light rail trains passing the OHSU Collaborative Life Sciences Building in Portland's South Waterfront district.

The Midtown Manhattan skyline viewed from across the East River under a clear blue sky. One Vanderbilt tower is visible under construction on the upper left, its steel frame topped with a construction crane. The iconic Art Deco Chrysler Building with its distinctive stainless steel eagle crown and spire rises prominently in the center of the skyline. The MetLife Building is visible behind it. A cluster of modern glass and brick residential and commercial towers fills the dense skyline. A ferry and waterfront promenade are visible along the river's edge in the foreground. — ISO 125 · 250mm · f/8 · 1/300

Midtown Rising

New York, New York

The Midtown Manhattan skyline, with One Vanderbilt under construction and the Chrysler Building at center, viewed from across the East River.

Trillium at Dusk

Portland, Oregon

Trillium Residence Hall at dusk on the campus of Reed College, Portland, Oregon.

Travelers are silhouetted against the vivid backlit art installation "The Sky's the Limit" in the underground pedestrian tunnel connecting terminals at Chicago O'Hare International Airport. The curved ceiling and wall panels glow in shifting bands of turquoise, green, and yellow, creating a striking contrast against the dark figures of passing passengers. Their reflections shimmer on the polished floor below. — ISO 200 · 23mm · f/2 · 1/80

In Transit

Chicago, Illinois

Travelers pass through "The Sky's the Limit" art installation in the underground tunnel at Chicago O'Hare International Airport.

Main Street, Stevenson

Stevenson, Washington

The United States Post Office anchors downtown Stevenson, Washington, as the Columbia River Gorge's snow-dusted, fire-scarred ridgeline frames the scene beyond.